American. 1940s. Pressed steel. The "V.F.D." (Vehicle Fire Department) was used by Marx on most of the fire trucks they produced. Marked, with Marx trademarked logo, on lithographed fire extinguishers on panels beside both cab doors. Marked, "Made In U.S.A.", on inside floor panel at rear. From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.

Size
13" x 8" x 30".

Condition
Very good condition. Colours are vibrant and glossy. Plated surfaces show oxidation. Minor paint flakes, particularly to roof.

Medium
Pressed steel.

Signature
Marked, with Marx trademarked logo, on lithographed fire extinguishers on panels beside both cab doors. Marked, "Made In U.S.A.", on inside floor panel at rear.

Provenance
From the Yvan Lalonde Collection.